Best Lenses under CA$700 for macro

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Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM 18mm

77.3 Macro Score
10-18mm 22-29 Canon EF-S IS
Why we recommend this

The 10-18mm zoom (16-28.8mm equivalent) weighs only 240g and includes 4-stop stabilization and near-silent STM autofocus. Its UD and aspherical elements control aberrations for sharp images, while Super Spectra coating reduces flare. It's ideal for budget-conscious travelers and vloggers using APS-C DSLRs who prioritize lightweight wide-angle coverage and reliable handheld stabilization.

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Price CA$400
Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM 18mm lens

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Canon RF 9521B002 24-105mm

72.1 Macro Score
24-105mm 40 Canon EF IS
Why we recommend this

The STM motor delivers smooth, near-silent autofocus for video, while the 4-stop image stabilizer keeps handheld shots steady across the 24–105mm range. Weighing just 525g, it’s among the lightest full-frame zooms, with manual focus override and optimized coatings that enhance contrast. Best for budget-conscious hybrid shooters who prioritize a portable, stabilized zoom for landscapes, travel, and video, but don’t need wide-aperture isolation for portraits.

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Canon EF-M 11-22mm f/4-5.6 IS STM 11-22mm

53.3 Macro Score
11-22mm f/4 Canon EF-M IS
Why we recommend this

Its 11–22mm focal length (17.6–35.2mm equivalent) covers ultra-wide to wide on APS-C, and built-in Optical Image Stabilization paired with STM autofocus delivers steady, quiet footage ideal for video. The lens focuses down to 0.15 m for a 0.30x maximum magnification, and its 7-blade circular aperture produces soft backgrounds—rare for a wide zoom. This is best for Canon EOS M shooters who need a compact, stabilized ultra-wide for vlogging, real estate walkthroughs, or tight interiors.

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Canon TS-E 50mm f/2.8L Macro Tilt-Shift 50mm

51.3 Macro Score
50mm f/50 Canon EF
Why we recommend this

The lens combines ±8.5° tilt and ±12mm shift with a bright f/2.8 aperture for full perspective and depth-of-field control. Its close-focusing macro capability and L-series build quality deliver sharp, distortion-free images for tabletop and interior work. This tilt-shift is best for product photographers and architectural shooters who require precise focal plane manipulation and composition adjustments from a standard 50mm field of view.

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Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM 85mm

43.6 Macro Score
85mm 22 Canon EF
Why we recommend this

Its bright f/1.8 aperture and ring-type USM motor deliver fast, quiet autofocus and excellent subject isolation for portraits. Weighing just 425 grams, it’s a highly portable prime that also features Super Spectra coating to minimize flare and ghosting. This lens is best for portrait photographers on a budget seeking flattering compression and shallow depth of field without the bulk of larger f/1.4 options.

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Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM 85mm lens
Price CA$134

Canon Portrait and Travel Two 50mm

40.7 Macro Score
50mm f/1.8 Canon EF IS
Why we recommend this

The kit pairs the 50mm f/1.8 STM's bright f/1.8 aperture for low-light portraits with the 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM's stabilized ultra-wide view equivalent to 16mm for expansive travel scenes. The 50mm's metal mount and 7-blade circular aperture add durability and smooth bokeh, while both lenses' STM motors provide silent autofocus for video recording. Best for budget-conscious APS-C Canon DSLR shooters needing a lightweight two-lens setup for everyday portrait and landscape work.

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Best Lenses under CA$1,500 for macro

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Canon L EF 17-40mm USM 17-40mm

66.9 Macro Score
17-40mm f/4 Canon EF Weather Sealed
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Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS 18-200mm

61.1 Macro Score
18-200mm f/3.5 Canon EF-S IS
Why we recommend this

A refurbished all-in-one zoom spanning 18–200mm (29–320mm equivalent) with 4-stop optical stabilization ensures shake-free framing even at full telephoto. Its compact build focuses down to 0.45m for 0.24x magnification and the certified refurbished condition provides like-new performance at a budget-friendly price. It’s best for travelers and vloggers needing a single, lightweight lens to capture wide landscapes and distant details without swapping glass.

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Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS 18-200mm lens
Price CA$958

Canon L-series EF 135mm f/2L USM 135mm

37.4 Macro Score
135mm f/135 Canon EF
Why we recommend this

Combining an f/2 maximum aperture with two ED elements and Super Spectra coating, this L-series 135mm prime provides sharp subject isolation and smooth bokeh. The ring-type USM autofocus is fast and quiet, while its 127-gram weight is unusually low for a bright telephoto lens, enhancing all-day portability. It’s ideal for street and portrait shooters who need to compress perspective and separate subjects from busy backgrounds.

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Best Lenses under CA$2,000 for macro

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Canon L RF100mm F2.8 L MACRO IS USM 100mm

82.9 Macro Score
100mm 32 Canon EF IS Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The 100mm f/2.8 macro delivers true 1:1 magnification with a 305mm minimum focus distance and 2-stop stabilization, aided by a secondary diaphragm that enhances contrast at wide apertures. Its floating optical system ensures exceptional close-up sharpness, and the 9-blade aperture creates smooth bokeh suitable for portraits. This lens is best for macro photographers and portraitists needing a rugged, weather-sealed optic with full 1:1 reproduction, though its 717g weight limits travel appeal.

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Canon EF EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM 16-35mm

64.2 Macro Score
16-35mm 22 Canon EF IS Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The constant f/4 aperture and 4-stop Optical Image Stabilizer deliver sharp, consistent results across the 16-35mm focal range. Weather-sealed construction with fluorine coatings and a lightweight 21.7oz body make it rugged yet portable for on-the-go shooting. It's best for landscape and wildlife photographers who value a weather-resistant wide-angle zoom with fast, quiet autofocus.

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Best Lenses under CA$3,500 for macro

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Canon L 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM 24-70mm

70.4 Macro Score
24-70mm 22 Canon EF IS Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

A constant f/2.8 aperture, USM autofocus, and 5-stop image stabilization make this a reliable zoom for varied lighting, with weather sealing adding durability. Its versatile 24-70mm range earns top marks for landscape (99.6/100) and travel (97.1/100), while the bundle includes practical extras like a filter kit and backpack. Best for landscape and travel photographers who need a rugged, all-purpose standard zoom for full-frame Canon bodies.

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Canon L-series EF 11-24mm f/4L USM 11-24mm

69.7 Macro Score
11-24mm 22 Canon EF Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Boasting an ultra-wide 11-24mm zoom range with a constant f/4 aperture, this L-series lens uses SWC and ASC coatings alongside one Super UD and one UD element to virtually eliminate flare, ghosting, and chromatic aberrations. It features a weather-sealed build, ring-type USM autofocus, and a 9-blade diaphragm for smooth bokeh, delivering robust reliability in the field. This lens is best for architectural and landscape photographers who demand distortion-free, ultra-wide perspectives with consistent edge-to-edge sharpness.

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Canon TS-E TS-E 24mm f/3.5L II 24mm

67.4 Macro Score
24mm 22 Canon EF Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The +/-8.5° tilt and +/-12mm shift with four UD elements and one aspherical element correct perspective and chromatic aberration for sharp 24mm images. Its 1:2 maximum magnification and SWC coating provide close-up capability and flare resistance rare in a tilt-shift lens. This lens suits architectural and product photographers who need precise perspective control and high-resolution edge-to-edge detail.

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Canon Vespid Prime DZOFILM Vespid Prime 12mm T2.8 Cine 12mm

65.8 Macro Score
12mm PL, Canon EF IS
Why we recommend this

Its APO design with 15 elements in 10 groups delivers sharp, full-frame coverage with minimal chromatic aberration at a fast T2.8 aperture. The robust aluminum alloy build remains lightweight at 725g, while the 270° focus rotation and 8-inch close focus distance provide precise, tactile control for ultra-wide shots. This lens is best for cinematographers needing a durable, wide-angle prime for expansive establishing shots and tight-space interiors on PL or EF mount systems.

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Premium Lenses for macro

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Canon APO Mini Prime Du 21mm

34 Macro Score
21-110mm T22 Canon EF
Why we recommend this

The Dulens APO Mini Prime set spans 21-110mm with T2.4-T2.6 apertures, full-frame coverage, and apochromatic correction for low chromatic aberration. All six lenses share an 80mm front diameter, 72mm filter thread, and 0.8 MOD gears, plus coatings that produce a smooth vintage look. Ideal for indie filmmakers on a budget who need a consistent, characterful prime set for Canon EF-mount cameras.

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